Accommodation & Apartments in Istanbul

Istanbul is the largest and certainly one of the most vibrant and colourful cities in Turkey. A visit to Istanbul is a feast for the eyes and you will be blown away by the intense cultural experience. Located in the northwest at the Bosphorus Strait (which divides the European and Asian continents), Istanbul is a bi-continental city. So expect a city that is full of contrasts and a diverse ethnicity. The city is rich in fascinating history and tradition and has ancient buildings that will take your breath away. You may like to start by visiting The Topkapi Palace which was the official residence of the Ottoman Sultans for approximately 400 years. If you are a little lost and concerned you might miss out on something, you may like to take one of the tours through the Sultan Ahmet Centre which takes you through the heart of the Old City which is the location from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires ruled. This tour will take you to a host of incredible places including the architectural masterpiece the Hagia Sophia, and the Hippodrome which was the centre for chariot races, athletics and political activities. In terms of cuisine and bars, the best place to go for an authentic meal or drink is a traditional restaurant or bar called a Meyhane where you will get a true Turkish experience. Watch out for alcoholic beverages such as Raki, it is very strong! You will notice at night time the already busy Istanbul reaches an even higher intensity with locals and tourists filling the streets in search of a night out with food, drinking and dancing.If you like the vibrancy of Istanbul, why not check out some other lively Turkish cities? We have incredible apartments in Ankara, luxury vacation rentals in Izmir and wonderful guesthouses in Antalya which are all worth checking out.

Is a spacious apartment your style?

You can find the perfect apartment for you at Wimdu. When searching for an apartment you can even select your required amenities to ensure your needs are catered for. Another popular search facility is by price and by doing this you can search for an apartment that is within your price range. With the huge variety of spacious apartments we have available, we are confident you will find something ideal. You will also be touched by the friendliness of the local apartment hosts who will be able to give you some local knowledge and insider tips to make your Istanbul experience a memorable one.

Or would you prefer a lovely guesthouse?

Is a cosy, homely guesthouse more your thing? Stay with one of our friendly local guesthouse hosts where you will be looked after and treated to comfortable living. Whether you are a professional, a student on a low budget or a globetrotter, through Wimdu´s online platform you will find the perfect guesthouse for you. Hotels can be expensive and impersonal however a guesthouse is the opposite and will give you the opportunity to travel like a local. Just like our apartment offers, Wimdu has a wide range of guesthouses in Istanbul where you can narrow your search down by the specific room features you require. Go ahead and book one of Wimdu’s apartments or guesthouses to ensure a wonderful stay in Istanbul!While you are in Turkey did you know there are many other fantastic cities and countries surrounding you? Why not have a look at our fantastic guesthouses in Athens or you may even fancy a trip to one of the Greek Islands such as Crete where we have lovely apartments. Also nearby is the lovely and fascinating Bulgaria where we have wonderful guesthouses in the capital city Sofia. The choice is yours, why not see it all!